(Wigan) Subject Knowledge for Physics Teaching: Matter & Space SK105 / WGN24-25
Summary
The blended learning course, delivered by The Ogden Trust, supports non-specialist teachers of physics to develop their subject knowledge and pedagogical approaches for teaching Matter & Space at Key Stages 3 and 4.
Learning takes place over an 8-week period and includes the following:
- Full day face-to-face session.
- Two online webinars.
- Supported online study, including activities and quizzes.
- Face-to-face half day.
Topics covered are: the particle model/ kinetic theory, density, pressure, gas behaviour, the Solar System and beyond and the development of scientific ideas over time. Face to face days include required practicals.
This course is only available for teachers in England who have QTS and do not have a physics ITT qualification.
Email skpt@ogdentrust.com for further information or if you have any questions.
Who is the course leader?
Outcomes
The SKPT blended learning CPD will:
- develop teaching skills and confidence.
- consider mathematical problem solving, conceptual challenges, practical work and pedagogical reflections.
- Delivered in a supportive learning network.
On completion of the course teachers can complete a Subject Knowledge Award accredited by the Institute of Physics.
Email skpt@ogdentrust.com for further information or if you have any questions.
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full day face to face | 16 January 2025 | 09:30-15:30 | The Deanery Church of England High School and Sixth Form College |
| Half day face to face | 19 March 2025 | 09:30-12:30 | The Deanery Church of England High School and Sixth Form College |
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Cost
| State-funded school or college | Activity feeFree | Subsidy available*£200.00 |
|---|---|---|
| Fee-paying school or college (independent) | Activity fee£800.00 +VAT | |
* Your school or college will receive the subsidy on successful completion of the CPD and impact toolkit. Find out more. |
Participants from outside the UK will be charged the course fee and an additional £120 per day plus VAT.
Outside the UK? Fee information
Check your school subsidy status
The subsidy value may be higher for your school or college.
Additional information
For courses at the National STEM Learning Centre in York, fees include meals and accommodation for the duration of the course.
Alternative dates
City of Norwich School, An Ormiston Academy, Eaton Road, Norwich NR4 6PP
Alexandra Park School, Bidwell Gardens, London N11 2AZ
Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Abbey Place, Faversham ME13 7BQ
Devonport High School for Boys, Paradise Road, Stoke, Plymouth PL1 5QP
Thornden School, Winchester Road, Chandler's Ford, Eastleigh SO53 2DW
The Nottingham Emmanuel School, Gresham Park Road, West Bridgford NG2 7YF
Fulneck School, Fulneck, Pudsey, Leeds LS28 8DS
St John Fisher Catholic College, Ashfields New Road, Newcastle Under Lyme ST5 2SJ
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